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It is believed that Bhangra existed in some form or another in the 14th/15th century when farmers would bring home the grain and on those occasions to celebrate the months of hard work, they would perform Bhangra - dancing to drum beats and singing in some cases. This is known today as traditional Bhangra. as opposed to the westernised version which is also classed as Bhangra.
It was probably even normal for there to be similar dancing and singing on weddings and other joyous occasions. But there is no evidence in Sikh history to suggest that the Gurus had ever promoted it or that it had even ever been performed in their presence. In those days, joyous occasions were marked by Sikhs - by the reading of shabads and singing of shabads and also by the distribution of gifts and food to the poor and needy. In Gurudwaras today, occasions are still celebrated as such today, Bhangra dancing and singing is not acceptable in a Sikh Gurudwara.
It was probably even normal for there to be similar dancing and singing on weddings and other joyous occasions. But there is no evidence in Sikh history to suggest that the Gurus had ever promoted it or that it had even ever been performed in their presence. In those days, joyous occasions were marked by Sikhs - by the reading of shabads and singing of shabads and also by the distribution of gifts and food to the poor and needy. In Gurudwaras today, occasions are still celebrated as such today, Bhangra dancing and singing is not acceptable in a Sikh Gurudwara.
